PPI in Kingdom rises 5.1% in August

The General Authority for Statistics in Saudi Arabia recorded an increase in the Producer Price Index during August 2026 by 5.1% compared to the same month of the previous year. Prices in the manufacturing sector rose by 5.3%, with notable increases in the prices of refined petroleum products (4.8%), chemicals (10.5%), food (5.4%), metal products (8.6%), and clothing (13.4%). On the other hand, prices for certain activities declined, such as metal product manufacturing (3.1%) and other industrial activities (3.5%). On a monthly basis, the price index remained relatively steady compared to July 2026, with a slight decrease in manufacturing (-0.1%) and an increase in electricity, gas, and water supplies, reflecting varying market impacts during the month.

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